The Saint Michael's College men's lacrosse team is set to make its NCAA Division II Championship debut next Sunday, securing a No. 7 seed in the North Region. They will face off against No. 2 seed Saint Anselm College at 1 p.m. after finishing the regular season with a 9-5 record. This marks a significant milestone as the Purple Knights earned one of the four at-large bids from the Northeast 10 Conference, matching up against a veteran team that has made six consecutive NCAA appearances. Their previous meeting resulted in a close 13-11 loss, while they had recently defeated Saint Anselm 15-13 two weeks prior.

By the Numbers
  • Saint Michael's has an overall record of 9-5.
  • Saint Anselm enters with an 11-2 record and holds a national ranking of 3rd.
State of Play
  • Saint Michael's features strong defensive stats, ranking 5th in ground balls per game (40.7).
  • The Purple Knights won two of their last three games before a recent OT loss in the NE10 Championship.
What's Next

The winner of the upcoming matchup will progress to face either No. 3 Molloy University or No. 6 Assumption University in the quarterfinals on May 13. Future rounds will continue on host campuses, culminating in the championship game in Charlottesville, Va. on May 24.

Bottom Line

This historic appearance in the NCAA Championship signifies a pivotal moment for Saint Michael's men's lacrosse, reflecting their growth and resilience in a competitive landscape. The team hopes to capitalize on its momentum as they aim for deeper playoff success.